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Geography

Cover a range of topics including current environmental issues around the world.

Duration

2 Years

Level

Level 3

Career Sector

Other

Available At

SeevicPalmer's

Start Date

September

Course overview

Are you interested in the human and natural world? A-Level Geography is a hugely diverse and dynamic subject.

You will explore a wide range of current environmental and political issues occurring around the world, including: natural hazards, climate change, migration, development and globalisation.

Entry requirements

Average point score* of 4.5 or above, calculated from all GCSE subjects. Your point score MUST include at least five GCSEs at grade C/4 or above - including English Language or Maths.

If your English Language is a D/3, your Maths must be at least a C/4 and vice versa.

Grade C/4 or above in GCSE English Language

Grade c/4 or above in GCSE Maths

Grade B/6 or above in a full Geography GCSE (if taken).

What will I study?

Modules

Year one

Hazards

Urban Environments

Coastal Systems and Landscapes

Year two

Water and Carbon Cycles

Changing Places

Global Systems and Governance

You will also have the chance to undertake fieldwork to supplement your theoretical knowledge in one of your Geography units.

You will be expected to stay up-to-date with current events, in order to participate in discussions relating to the content taught in class. If you have commitment and enthusiasm then you will easily be able to manage the challenging workload both in and outside of the classroom. You will be assessed by written examinations and a non-examined assessment, with two exams at the end of the second year. Therefore, a strong level of written English is encouraged given the essay structure of exams.

Why should I choose USP College?

The course offers opportunities to undertake a wide range of fieldwork.

Geography has consistently been voted as one of the most employable degree subjects because of the transferable skills and knowledge you will gain.

Additional costs

Suggested books to supplement learning are encouraged to be bought.

Field trip.

What can I do next?

Geography is a highly regarded traditional subject for entry into Higher Education. A number of former students have gone on to study Geography degrees at top universities.

There are also a range of possible careers open to qualified Geographers including: